Best Hand surgery doctors: TOP 103 doctors

• Specializes in hand surgery with over 20 years of orthopedic experience.
• Performs hand surgeries such as tendon repair, nerve release, and joint replacement.
• Trained internationally in Turkey and at the University of California, Los Angeles, USA.
• Published 60+ papers, enhancing hand surgery techniques and patient outcomes.
• Certified orthopedic surgeon, ensuring expert care in hand procedures.
• Member of top spine and orthopedic societies, with relevance to hand surgery.
• Consults in English, providing accessible care to diverse patient populations.

He graduated from the National Medical University of Bogomolсa. 2004 - Diploma of medical specialist with distinction. 2006 - Master's degree with distinction. 2009 - obtained the title of Ph.D.

Professional experience - work in clinics in Ukraine (Kiev):

2011-2022 - Department of Sports and Ballet Injuries (State Institution "Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics of the National Academy of Medical Sciences of Ukraine") - doctor-specialist in orthopedics and traumatology of the musculoskeletal system and senior research specialist.

2012 - 2022 - "Dobrobut" Medical Center, doctor-specialist in orthopedics and traumatology of the musculoskeletal system.

2020-2022 - Senior lecturer at Dragomanov State Pedagogical University. Department of Physical Rehabilitation. He teaches: orthopedics and traumatology, physical therapy in sports traumatology.

2012-2013 - Avesana Clinic - doctor-specialist in orthopedics and traumatology of the musculoskeletal system.

2006-2011 - Kyiv City Clinical Hospital No. 12, Department of Traumatology, doctor-specialist in orthopedics and traumatology of the musculoskeletal system.

2004-2006 - Residency in orthopedics and traumatology.

• Dr. Joaquim Casañas specializes in hand surgery and nerve reconstruction.
• Expert in nerve surgeries using intraoperative mapping and monitoring.
• Performs hand surgeries including nerve transplant and neuropathological pain treatment.
• Techniques include peripheral nerve implantation and muscle atrophy recovery.
• International practice in the USA and France, enhancing hand surgery expertise.
• Fluent in Spanish, consults patients from various countries.
• Member of international societies, including The International Federation of Societies for Surgery of the Hand.

A graduate of Marmara University Faculty of Medicine (Ing), one of the most established educational institutions of our country, Op.Dr. Yusuf BAYRAM completed his specialty education at the Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology of Umraniye Training and Research Hospital of Health Sciences University in Istanbul.

It successfully performs arthroscopic (closed) knee, shoulder and ankle surgeries; general orthopedic applications other than Knee, Shoulder and Hip replacements and all orthopedic trauma surgeries.

He is particularly interested in the diagnosis, treatment and surgery of spinal diseases (Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Spinal fractures, Herniated disc, Slipped waist, Canal stenosis, etc.). It applies current treatment methods safely thanks to experience, knowledge and modern technology.

With more than 1000 surgeries performed so far, he continues his surgical life intensively thanks to positive feedback from patients and his energy.

MEDICAL INTEREST

Spinal Surgery

Arthroscopic (Closed) Knee, Shoulder and Ankle Surgery

Knee, Hip and Shoulder Replacement Surgery

All Orthopedic Traumas

Deformity Surgery

• Dr. Haluk Celik specializes in hand surgery treatments, utilizing advanced techniques.
• Treatment options include tendon repair, nerve decompression, and fracture fixation.
• International practice in the USA at Texas Orthopedic Hospital and San Diego Scripps Clinic.
• Qualified in Orthopedics and Traumatology, focusing on intricate hand surgery procedures.
• Active member of Turkish Sports Injuries, Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery, and Shoulder and Elbow Surgery associations.
• Offers remote consultations for patients seeking expert opinions on hand surgery.
• Fluent in Turkish with experience working with international patients.

• Dr. Selman Dogan specializes in hand surgery, managing trauma, arthritis, and congenital deformities.
• Hand surgery treatments include microsurgery, tendon repair, joint reconstruction, and nerve decompression.
• Completed residencies at Istanbul Umraniye Training and Research Hospital and Sanliurfa Mehmet Akif Inan Training and Research Hospital.
• Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine.
• Speaks Turkish and English, providing accessible care to international patients.

• Dr. Gursel Saka specializes in complex hand surgery treatments.
• Expert in reconstructive hand surgery, carpal tunnel release, and tendon repairs.
• International practice includes advanced training from recognized global institutions.
• Performs surgeries with cutting-edge techniques for hand trauma and deformities.
• Board-certified orthopedic and traumatology specialist focusing on hand conditions.
• Holds memberships in prestigious medical societies for orthopedics and hand surgery.
• Consults patients online, facilitating remote access to specialized hand care.

I have been associated with the Carolina Medical Center clinic since 2009 - initially as part of the Student Science Club, then I completed a specialization training as part of my residency. 

I am a member of the Polish Orthopedic and Traumatological Society, the Polish Arthroscopic Society, the Polish Society of Hand Surgery and the European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy

The main area of my interest is sports traumatology – treatment of fractures and reconstruction of damaged tendons or ligaments; arthroscopic surgery – especially knee and wrist surgery and hand surgery – including procedures using the WALANT method (Wide-awake Local Anesthesia No Tourniquet). 

In the postoperative period, I stay in touch with the patient in order to ensure the most optimal way of recovery – through supervision of rehabilitation and regular check-ups. In my work, I attach great importance to comprehensive treatment that focuses not only on the structural problem, but also takes into account the patient’s chronic diseases, dietary management and lifestyle changes.

Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology of the musculoskeletal system at the Carolina Medical Center.

At the Carolina Medical Center I am the head of the Department of Orthopedics, Traumatology and Sports Medicine. In addition, I worked at the Sports Medicine Department of the Central Clinical Hospital of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, the Rheumorticology Clinic of the Institute of Rheumatology and the Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology of the Hospital of the Ministry of Interior and Administration. I held the position of orthopedic consultant for the Legia football club, a doctor of the Polish Swimming Association and a doctor for the youth team of the Polish Basketball Association.

I specialize in meniscus transplantation, cartilage reconstruction, multi-ligament reconstruction and osteotomies within the knee joints, shoulder arthroscopy and the treatment of soft tissues, tendons and ligaments. I deal with traumatology and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries. As one of the few orthopedists in Poland, I perform hip arthroscopy.

Dr. Ersin Kurtar is a specialist in orthopedics, traumatology, and emergency medicine. He is known for his skill in complex surgical procedures. He has a strong track record in knee arthroscopy, ankle and shoulder joint replacements, hip arthroscopy, and arthroscopic meniscus repair.

Dr. Kurtar performs advanced procedures such as knee arthroplasty, ankle arthrodesis, and total hip replacement for developmental dysplasia. He also uses stem cell therapy for knee problems. He is experienced in reconstructing foot joints and toes, helping patients achieve better results.

• Dr. Andrzej Komor specializes in hand surgery, offering advanced treatments for various hand conditions.
• He utilizes cutting-edge methods such as microsurgery, tendon repair, nerve decompression, joint reconstruction, and arthroscopy.
• He has completed international internships at medical institutions in Israel, the USA, Spain, and Austria.
• He was awarded the EFORT Traveling Fellowship in Belgium, recognizing his excellence in orthopaedics.
• He is a member of the European Federation of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, ensuring adherence to high standards.

I am a graduate of the Faculty of Medicine of the Medical University in Warsaw. Since 2015, I have been a senior assistant at the Orthopedics and RheumoOrthopedics Clinic of the CMKP Hospital named after Prof. A. Gruca in Otwock, and since 2018 – a research assistant at the Medical Center for Postgraduate Education in Warsaw. I gained professional experience in domestic and foreign centers. I did internships and participated in numerous courses in Finland, the Netherlands, Germany, Italy and Great Britain. I speak Polish and English.

Main areas of my interest include mainly knee and hip replacements, complications after endoprostheses, periprosthetic infections, reconstructive procedures within the knee joint, including arthroscopic procedures and corrective osteotomies of the tibia (e.g. HTO, tibial tuberosity osteotomies), as well as surgical treatment of neuropathies: carpal tunnel syndrome, ulnar nerve syndrome. I am the author and co-author of numerous publications.

Orthopaedics Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University.

Hand and Microsurgery Department of Orthopedics, Chulalongkorn University.

Our dedicated orthopedics specialist excels in hand surgery through precision, compassion, and cutting-edge techniques, delivering transformative results.
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• Dr. Tomasz Kowalski specializes in Hand surgery treatment.
• Employs methods like arthroscopy, post-traumatic reconstruction, and endoprosthetics.
• International practice in the USA, UK, and Poland.
• Holds a position as Deputy Head of Department at Carolina Medical Center.
• Completed advanced training at University of California, Los Angeles.
• Expert in shoulder and elbow surgery with experience in training residents.
• Conducts consultations in English and Polish.

• Expert in Hand surgery, utilizing non-invasive to surgical methods.
• Treatments include hyaluronic acid injections, platelet-rich plasma, and Orthokine.
• International practice includes orthopedic care during Tokyo 2020 and Beijing 2022 Olympics.
• Holds the title of a specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology.
• Member of the team treating National Teams in swimming and weightlifting since 2013.
• Consults patients online, offering flexibility in Hand surgery care.
• Communicates fluently in English and Polish, ensuring clear patient understanding.

After completing his medical doctorate education at Gazi University School of Medicine, which is located in the capital city of Ankara he carried on to his Orthopaedic and Traumatology fellowship training at the same university. After his fellow training, he completed his mandatory governmental and military duties as an orthopaedic surgeon between 2008 and 2011. He later started his Orthopaedic career in Istanbul Acıbadem Hospitals network. Between 2013 and 2022 he served as an academic member of the Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology at Acıbadem Mehmet Ali Aydınlar School of Medicine where he was entitled Associate Professor in 2021. He is now private practicing in his own clinic in Istanbul. 

Starting from the year 2014 he has been especially focused on the fields of patient-specific orthopaedic surgery, computer-aided surgical planning, 3D printed custom surgical guides and implants. These fields are very novel even throughout the world. He performed many surgeries as the first examples of their own for Turkey. He mainly uses his special interest and knowledge on patient-specific orthopaedics to surgically treat technically challenging cases of malunion, bone deformity and complex arthroplasty cases including revision arthroplasty. 

EDUCATION 

1974/1979 Elementary School 

1979/1982 Secondary School 

1982/1985 High School 

1985/1991 GATA Military Medical Faculty 

1995/1999 GATA Resident in Orthopaedics. 

1999/2002 Specialist in Orthopaedics. 

2002/2008 GATA Assistant Prof in Orthopaedics 

2008/2009 MAYO Orthopedic Departments (with Franklin Sim, MD), Pathology Department ( with Carrie INWARDS, MD) and Orthopaedic Research Laboratory (with Michael YASZEMSKI) 

2009/2012 GATA Associate Prof in Orthopaedics 

2012/ 2016 İstanbul Medipol University Orthopaedics and Traumatology Dep 

2016/ 2019 Ankara Güven Hospital Orthopaedics and Traumatology Department 

Oct 2019 Marmaris 

DISSERTATION 

The treatment of intraarticular fractures of lower extremity with Ilizarov sirculer external fixator. 

EXPERIENCE: 

Orthopedic Oncology 

Trauma Surgery (war injury, politrauma surgery) 

External Fixation (war injury, open fractures, deformity, limb lengthening) 

Arthroplasty 

Foot and ankle surgery 

AWARDS 2006 Best research presentation. Comparison between the distraction and grafting methods in the treatment of peripheral neural defects: an experimental study in rabbits. Acta Orthop. Traumatol. Turc; 39 (2) 163/171, 2005. 

2005 Best oral presentation. High dose neoadjuvan chemotherapy combined with autologous stem cell transplantation and limb sparing surgery in patients with nonmetastatic osteosarcoma Acta Orthop. Traumatol. Turc; Supp II. 39 (2) 79/80, 2005. 

2005 Best poster presentation. Vascular and nonvascular fibular reconstruction results of benign aggressive and malign bone tumors. Acta Orthop. Traumatol. Turc; Supp II. 39 (2) 171, 2005 

MEMBERSHIP IN SOCIETIES 

TOTBİD (TURKISH ORTHOPAEDIC ASSOCIATION) 

TMSTS (TURKISH MUSCULOSKELETAL TUMOR SOCIETY) 

TURKISH ASAMI 

TURKISH FOOT AND ANKLE SOCIETY 

TURKISH TRAUMA SOCIETY SOMOS 

TEACHING RESPONSIBILITIES 

Associate Professor in Orthopaedic Oncology and Trauma Graduate Program. 

INTERNATIONAL MEETINGS ATTENDED 

1. 4th Congress of The EFORT. 3/8 June, 1999. Brusells. 

2. 3rd Meeting of the ASAMI International 27/29 May 2004 İstanbul / Turkey. 

3. Asia pasific Musculoskeletal Tumor Society 5th meeting. 23/25 April 2004 İzmir / Turkey 

4. 18th Annual meeting European Musculoskeletal Oncology Society. 25/27 May 2005. Italy. 

5. 7th International Congress on Spine. 14/17 April 2005. Antalya / Turkey 

6. 19th Annual meeting of European Musculo-Skeletal Oncology Society. 24/25 May 2006. Russia. 

7. 4th meeting of ASAMI International. 2006 Japan. 

8. 14th ISOLS 11/14 2007 Germany 

9. 5th meeting of ASAMI International. Russia 2008 

10.MAYO Clinic Department of Orthopedic Surgery, A celebration of musculoskeletal tumor surgery meeting. Sep 23/25 2010 Rochester, MN, USA 

11.XXXIII Course on Musculoskeletal Pathology. 8/12 Feb. 2010. Bologna ITALY 

12. 16th ISOLS 2011 China 

13.7th meeting of ASAMI International. Greece 2012

Piya Assawaboonyadej, M.D.

Education and Specialization:

• Medical Degree: Graduated from a reputable medical school.
• Specialization in Orthopedics and Traumatology: Completed his residency with a focus on advanced orthopedic procedures and trauma care.

Professional Experience:

• Current Position: Orthopedics and Traumatology Specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital, Istanbul.
• Extensive Experience: Dr. Tuna has significant experience in treating a wide range of orthopedic conditions and performing complex surgical procedures.

Areas of Expertise:

• Arthroscopic Surgery
• Joint Dislocations and Instability
• Ligament Injuries (ACL tears, etc.)
• Ankle and Shoulder Injuries
• Osteoarthritis and Joint Pain
• Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques
• Trauma and Fracture Management

Research and Publications: Dr. Tuna has contributed to numerous publications in the field of orthopedics, particularly focusing on innovative surgical techniques and patient outcomes.

Professional Memberships:

• Member of the Turkish Orthopedic and Traumatology Association
• Active participant in various orthopedic conferences and workshops to stay updated with the latest advancements in the field.

Patient Testimonials: Patients frequently commend Dr. Tuna for his expertise, compassionate care, and clear communication. Many patients have reported successful recoveries and high satisfaction with his treatment plans and surgical outcomes​